Top 5 of the most reliable subcompact cars with Groupe Spinelli

Shopping for a vehicle is an important decision and you will often be spoilt for choice among the various models available. If you're looking for a sub-compact car in Montreal, near Laval, the different Groupe Spinelli dealerships offer you a wide selection of quality city cars, which are among the most reliable in Canada. Affordable and highly energy efficient, the longevity of these sub-compact vehicles has largely contributed to their success; which one will best suit your tastes, needs and budget?

4-door or 5-door version?

This is primarily a personal choice based on your tastes; however, if you are looking for a more versatile model with a greater cargo volume, a hatchback model will better meet your needs. And don't be fooled by their small size: some sub-compacts offer an impressive amount of cargo space, surpassing even some sub-compact SUVs!

The most reliable city cars

Here's a list of the most reliable sub-compact cars you'll find in our various Spinelli dealerships; don't hesitate to request a test drive to help you make an informed decision!

Toyota Yaris Hatchback

An easily recognizable 5-door urban car from Toyota, thanks to its dynamic and curvaceous silhouette, the Toyota Yaris Hatchback has enjoyed immense popularity among buyers for many years! Toyota's legendary reliability, combined with exceptional resale value, fun-to-drive performance and surprising energy efficiency—between 5.9 and 6.1 L/100 km on the highway, depending on whether you opt for an automatic or manual transmission—make it a very attractive model. It is equipped with a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that develops 106 horsepower and offers a host of advanced technologies and commodities.

Honda Fit

Equally popular with buyers looking for a car that's perfectly suited for city driving but that doesn't skimp on versatility, the Honda Fit stands out with its generous cargo volume—the most generous in its class—which can reach 1,492 litres when the rear seats are folded down. You will appreciate its 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine of 130 horsepower and its low highway fuel consumption (between 5.9 and 6.6 L/100 km).

Kia Rio

Also sporting a friendly design and offering numerous commodities, the Kia Rio will seduce you as well with its high energy efficiency (between 5.9 and 6.0 L/100 km on the highway), thanks to its 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine with 120 horsepower, paired with a manual transmission or IVT. A wide range of on-board technologies and commodities are also available, depending on the version and options selected.

Hyundai Accent

Small but powerful, the Hyundai Accent is the most affordable sub-compact in this list. Outfitted with a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine generating 120 horsepower, it consumes between 6.0 and 6.1 L/100 km on the highway, depending on the model. Its bold silhouette and numerous standard features are sure to seduce you!

Nissan Versa

If you want to get your hands on a Nissan Versa Note (hatchback), hurry up: the manufacturer has abandoned production of this subcompact, which is yet among the best in its category. Equipped with a 109-hp, 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine, it offered a very generous cargo volume as well as numerous technologies.

However, the Versa is back in 2021 as a 4-door sedan; also equipped with a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine, it however boasts 122 horsepower. The combined city/highway fuel economy rating is expected to be in the order of 6.5 L/100 km. In addition, it offers a 425-litre trunk and a refined interior providing numerous commodities.

Very affordable cars!

With the exception of the Nissan Versa, which will be arriving soon, all the other subcompact models listed above are already available and offered at a base price ranging from $14,949 (Accent) to $19,434 (Yaris). Whichever model you choose, you'll be entitled to a cost-efficient model, offering sensational design, great energy efficiency and rock-solid reliability.

To learn more about these vehicles and their features, or to book a test drive, come and meet us at one of Groupe Spinelli's dealerships in Montreal!